Monday, April 21, 2008

The thrift store always has some of these vases sitting on the shelf by the front. A single vase is bland, even depressing, but lined up with its cousins, it packs a cheerful punch, and any cutting from the yard, garden, or roadside will look stylish when set out in a line.

These sweet spicy Sarah Van Fleet roses will only last a day or so, but then I'll cut some more from the overflowing bush, or cut fronds of fern, or tiny oak branches.

These footed dishes are another great thrifting find--great not because they are rare and costly, but because I can pick them up for a dollar or two, and set them in a row on my bathroom windowsill to hold pretty supplies. They look beautiful with the sunlight streaming through, and they are practical as well . . .

Lovely! are the Sara Van Fleet roses an easy variety to grow? I'm looking for a rose verity that is causal and will grow in the shade. The SVF roses remind me of the ones you see by the beach on Cape Cod.

Hello! A friend of mine directed me to your site. I also am a Christian woman with 5 children. I homeschool and I love being domestic, just like you. I do not sew, however, and am very impressed with your beautiful work.

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Photography

Photography is an important part of life at my house. Photos that appear here are taken by Giles, by the Composer, and by me. Giles is a real, paid photographer, and he uses a Sony Alpha. Most of the photography prior to September 2008 is his. Since then I have done most of the shooting and I use a Konica Minolta. Additionally, the Composer offers me nice shots on occasion, often from his little Canon point and shoot. I've given up trying to note who's done what. Thanks for your interest!